Masturbate or have sex to release the tension
Reach orgasm through any comfortable method
Take a warm shower or warm bath
Apply a heating pad to the lower abdomen or pelvic area
Practice gentle movement or light exercise (walking, stretching)
Try relaxation techniques (slow breathing, meditation)
Use over-the-counter pain relief if you can safely take it (follow label directions)
Drink water and avoid alcohol if it worsens discomfort
Change positions to find one that reduces discomfort
Avoid prolonged arousal without release
If pain is severe, lasts more than a few hours, or you have testicular swelling, redness, fever, nausea, or sharp one-sided pain, seek urgent medical care